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April 2017
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Five Fascinating Facts from the April Edition of the
Farmer’s Almanac Monthly Magazine
April 24th marks the 248th birthday of Robert B. Thomas, the founder
of The Old Farmer’s Almanac! In his birthday month edition of The Old
Farmer’s Almanac Monthly Digital Magazine, we take a look at
everything the month of April has to offer.
1. April’s Full Moon is known as the Full Pink Moon because it heralded
the appearance of wild ground phlox or moss pink, one of the first spring
flowers. It is also known by many other names, including the Sprouting
Grass Moon, the Egg Moon, and the Fish Moon.
2. The origins of April Fools’ Day are uncertain, but many agree that it
likely started in 1582, when France switched to the Gregorian calendar
and moved New Year’s Day to January 1. Prior to this change, the New
Year’s celebration had begun on March 25 and ended on April 1. Those
who were unaware of the change were called April fools.
3. Rhubarb is a vegetable! It acquired its reputation as a medicinal plant
because it supplied nutrients to people who were winter-starved for
fresh vegetables. Fresh stalks contain about one-third as much Vitamin
C as an orange and a fair amount of vitamin A. It is also a good source
of potassium, calcium, and iron.
4. April is national kite month, when more than 700 kite events are
expected to take place around the world. Legend has it that the first kite
was flown centuries ago by a Chinese farmer who tied a string to his hat
to keep it from going aloft.
5. Originally, dogs (usually Dalmatians) ran in front of horse-drawn
steam engines, barking to alert pedestrians and vehicles so that the
fire wagon could pass unhindered. With the advent of gasolinepowered fire engines, the dogs were no longer needed, but they
became a kid-friendly symbol of the honorable profession of
firefighting.
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PHARMACIST TIP
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HOW TO KEEP IT “GREEN” WHILE
YOU SPRING CLEAN
ONE SIMPLE WAY TO CLEAN “GREEN” IS BY MAKING YOUR CLEANING
SUPPLIES. IT SOUNDS INTIMIDATING BUT IT CAN BE EASY AND COSTEFFECTIVE.
These DIY recipes use environmentally safe ingredients. Generations
have been cleaning "green" for years. Simply put, there were no
chemical-laden cleaners, instead simple and non-toxic recipes got
the job done. Try adding a few drops of scented essential oil to your
homemade cleaning products such as lavender or lemon. You
should always test a surface before cleaning it with any product.
Don't forget that part of “green” cleaning is reusing your cleaning
supplies whenever possible opt for reusable, washable rags over
sponges and paper towels.
FLAXSEED OIL POWER
Flax oil, processed from
flaxseeds, contains the highest
concentration of essential
omega-3 fatty acids of any
source on the planet.
There is an identified correlation
between a deficiency of
omega-3 and more than 60
illnesses such as arthritis,
atherosclerosis, cancer,
diabetes and hypertension.
Adding omega-3 to your daily
diet may go a long way in
helping prevent, improve or
reverse those unhealthy
conditions.
April Birthstone
Diamonds have been admired for
centuries, and traded as early as 4
BC. It is admired and valued
because of the process by which a
diamond is formed. It begins to form
below the earth’s crust under
extreme pressure, then forced up
until exposed. This gemstone has
always symbolized everlasting love.
ALL PURPOSE CLEANER:
 4 tbsp Vinegar
 2 tsp Borax
 32 oz hot water
Mix and store in a spray bottle
WINDOW CLEANER:
 1 cup Vinegar
 3 cups water
Mix and store in a spray bottle
CONCENTRATED ALL PURPOSE CLEANER:
 3 drops liquid castile soap
 ¼ cup washing soda, not baking soda
 1 cup white vinegar
 ¼ cup vodka
 4 drops tea tree oil
 8 drops essential oil for scent (optional)
Microwave vinegar until boiling. Add washing soda and stir until
totally dissolved. Add castile soap, tea tree oil, vodka and essential
oil. Then shake. Store in a spray bottle.
FRESH LEMON DEGREASER:
 2 cups water
 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
 ½ tsp Dr. Bronner’s Castile soap
 1 tbsp baking soda
Pour all ingredients into a 24oz spray bottle and shake well. Spritz
onto the surface and wipe with a microfiber cloth.
SHOWER CLEANER:
 ¼ cup white vinegar
 1 cup water
Mix ingredients in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in microwave for
30-60 seconds. Pour into a 24 oz spray bottle. While still warm, spritz
onto the shower surfaces and let sit for 3-5 minutes. Wipe clean with
a microfiber cloth.
Best Spring Vacations
Many popular vacation spots see a dip in tourist traffic between
the summer and winter high seasons, meaning you can enjoy
mild temperatures along with lower rates and fewer crowds.
Based on traveler recommendations, U.S. News assembled a list
of the Top 5 Spring escapes known for their seasonal deals and
festivals.
Grand Canyon, #1
Why go: Why not skip the summer vacation tradition and visit
this Arizona wonder in the springtime? You'll have easy access
to stunning lookout points along the South Rim, plus you should
be able to find discounts on airfare and lodging
Washington, D.C., #2
Why go: The nation's capital experiences mild temperatures in
the spring, but the thousands of cherry trees that burst into
bloom along the tidal basin are the city's main draw. More than
1 million visitors flock to D.C. every year to enjoy the National
Cherry Blossom Festival. Read More
U.S. Virgin Islands, #3
Why go: Every April, St. Thomas offers the perfect remedy
from post-winter malaise: Carnival. With its tasty food, festive
parades and ornate costumes, this island-wide party is one of
the best in the Caribbean. Also, with the peak season over,
airfare and hotel rates see a significant drop.
Amsterdam, #4
Why go: In the spring, you can watch the city replace its winter
layers with blooms as you bike along Amsterdam's canals. In
March, admire tulips at the annual Keukenhof flower festival.
And in April, check out the outdoor parties taking place in honor
of King's Day.
Paris, #5
Why go: Springtime in Paris is cliché for a reason. Sure, T-shirt
weather hasn't quite arrived, but the city slowly awakens from
its winter slumber. Once again, the booksellers return to their
displays along the Seine, streets fill with local markets and cafe
patios open so that visitors can enjoy coffee and croissants
outside.
Did You Know?
In the Southern Hemisphere,
April is the same as October in
the Northern Hemisphere
The Daisy and the Sweet Pea
are the Flowers of April
April is National Pet Month
Apple Computer Company was
formed on April 1, 1976 by
Steve Jobs and Steve
Wozniak.
April 10-16 is recognized as
National Volunteer Week
April 28th is National Pay it
Forward Day
Queen Elizabeth’s Birthday is
April 21, but the actual
celebration of her birthday
takes place on a Saturday in
June
The Boston Marathon is always
held in April.
In April, 1955, Ray Kroc
opened the first McDonald’s in
DesPlaines, IL charging 15cents for a hamburger, 10cents for fries.
April Quotes
“Sweet April showers do spring May flowers.” – Thomas Tusser,
Poet
“You can’t connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect
them looking backwards. So, you have to trust that the dots will
somehow connect in your future.” – Steve Jobs, American
Businessman.
“Teamwork is what the Green Bay Packers were all about. They
didn’t do it for individual glory. They did it because they loved one
another.” – Vince Lombardi, Head Coach
“Baseball is the only field of endeavor where a man can succeed
three times out of ten and be considered a good performer.” – Ted
Williams, Professional Baseball Player
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This month’s Mega Trivia Question:
According to the Farmer’s Almanac, which
breed of dog typically ran alongside horse
drawn steam engines to alert pedestrians so the
fire wagon could pass by easily?
A) Labradors
C) Dalmatians
B) Golden Retrievers
D) German Shepherds
Hint: You’ll find the answer in the
newsletter.